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Hindustan Times
an hour ago
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Harbhajan, Pathan brothers pull out of IND vs PAK WCL match amid Pahalgam backlash; fixture set to be cancelled: Report
The India vs Pakistan match at the World Championship of Legends (WCL 2025) is reportedly set to be cancelled, with some players having already pulled out from the fixture. According to RevSportz, Harbhajan Singh, Irfan Pathan and Yusuf Pathan have already pulled out of the India vs Pakistan WCL match. The decision also comes after the Indian WCL team players were criticised by fans for playing against Pakistan, especially after the recent Pahalgam terror attack. Harbhajan Singh and the Pathan brothers have pulled out of the India vs Pakistan WCL match.(ANI/PTI) The Indian WCL team were recently at the receiving end of criticism of fans after it was revealed that Shahid Afridi would be part of the Pakistan team too. The Indian captain Yuvraj Singh, Shikhar Dhawan were also involved in social media war with the likes of Afridi over his anti-India remarks. The Pahalgam terror attack saw 26 civilians get killed by armed terrorists near Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir on April 22. The attack's responsibiity was initially claimed by The Resistance Front, an offshoot of Lashkar-e-Taiba. In response, India launched Operation Sindoor, with missile strikes on terrorism-related infrastructure and facilities of Pakistan-based militant groups Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba in Pakistan across the border. Even Pakistan retaliated with cross-border shelling and drone attacks, which was foiled by India. Although there has been no official update on the match, it is scheduled for July 20, and is set to begin at 9:00 PM IST. It will be played at Edgbaston in Birmingham. According to reports, even other Indian players are expected to withdraw from the upcoming fixture. But there hasn't been any other confirmation yet. Also, the BCCI doesn't have any control over the participation of Indian players at the WCL, since it is an independent tournament and doesn't fall under their jurisdiction.
NDTV
2 hours ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Harbhajan Singh, Yusuf Pathan Boycott WCL 2025 Match Against Pakistan: Sources
Harbhajan Singh and Yusuf Pathan pulled out of a World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025 match against Pakistan on Sunday, according to sources. This match is supposed to be the first clash between any cricket team of the two nations after the Pahalgam terror attack in April 2025 that claimed 26 lives. The participation of former India stars, some of whom are members of World Cup winning sides, against a Pakistan team created a furore on social media. While both cricketers have not officially declared that they are not playing, it is being perceived that the Pahalgam attack and what followed in the aftermath had a bearing in their decision. While Harbhajan is a Rajya Sabha member for Aam Aadmi Party, Yusuf is currently a Member of Parliament from the Baharampur Lok Sabha constituency for Trinamool Congress. Reports claimed that Irfan Pathan also opted out of the match, but nothing official has been confirmed. India and Pakistan have not played a bilateral series for more than 10 years due to the political tensions between the two teams. Things got worse after the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor as the relations between India and Pakistan worsened. In the past, the two teams faced each other in ICC tournaments but as of now, questions remain over whether that will continue to the norm. The WCL 2025 is a tournament featuring retired cricketers and it is being held in England. India Champions Squad: Yuvraj Singh, Shikhar Dhawan, Harbhajan Singh, Suresh Raina, Irfan Pathan, Yusuf Pathan, Robin Uthappa, Ambati Rayudu, Piyush Chawla, Stuart Binny, Varun Aaron, Vinay Kumar, Abhimanyu Mithun, Siddarth Kaul, Gurkeerat Singh Maan.
News18
3 hours ago
- Sport
- News18
England Vs Australia Live Score, WCL Match 3: Follow Scorecard, Commentary And Match Action
England Champions vs Australia Champions WCL Live Score: Hello and a very warm welcome to News18 CricketNext's live coverage of the third match in WCL 2025. After two back-to-back entertaining matches to kick off the tournament, we'll now see the Ashes play out in T20 format. Eoin Morgan's team will want to quickly get over their narrow five-run loss to Pakistan in the tournament opener, but they are facing an equally formidable opponent in Australia, who are being led by Brett Lee and have the services of recent stars like D'Arcy Short and Moises Henriques. Australia vs England WCL Squads
NDTV
4 hours ago
- Sport
- NDTV
India Champions vs Pakistan Champions, WCL 2025 Weather Update: Will Rain Ruin Big Clash?
India and Pakistan are all set to face each other in a mega clash in the World Championship of Legends (WCL) on Sunday. India and Pakistan have not played a bilateral series in more than 10 years due to political tensions and following the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, relations between the two countries have deteriorated. While confusion remains over the two countries facing each other on the international stage, India Champions will play a blockbuster encounter against Pakistan Champions. The tournament does not come under the purview of either BCCI or PCB and as a result, they did not have a say over the match. As a result, the spectators will see the likes of Shahid Afridi, Mohammad Hafeez and Shoaib Malik take on stalwarts like Yuvraj Singh, Shikhar Dhawan and Irfan Pathan. However, there is some concerning news for the cricket fans. Rain can end up playing spoilsport during the much-anticipated encounter as weather forecasts predicted rainfall during the day at Edgbaston. Even the match between West Indies Champions and South Africa Champions was affected by rain on Saturday with wet outfield complicating matters. Pakistan Champions started their WCL 2025 campaign with a five-run win over England Champions. Their next match will be against the Indian Champions with Shahid Afridi possibly making a comeback. The two teams met each other in the final last year with India Champions clinching the victory. India Champions Squad: Yuvraj Singh, Shikhar Dhawan, Harbhajan Singh, Suresh Raina, Irfan Pathan, Yusuf Pathan, Robin Uthappa, Ambati Rayudu, Piyush Chawla, Stuart Binny, Varun Aaron, Vinay Kumar, Abhimanyu Mithun, Siddarth Kaul, Gurkeerat Singh Maan. Pakistan Champions Squad: Mohammad Hafeez (c), Kamran Akmal (wk), Shoaib Malik, Sharjeel Khan, Asif Ali, Umar Amin, Aamer Yamin, Wahab Riaz, Sohail Khan, Sohail Tanvir, Rumman Raees, Shahid Afridi, Imad Wasim, Fawad Alam, Sohaib Maqsood, Sarfaraz Ahmed, Younis Khan, Misbah-ul-Haq, Abdul Razzaq, Saeed Ajmal.
Time of India
5 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
ENG vs AUS Live Score, World Championship of Legends 2025: It's Eoin Morgan vs Brett Lee as an iconic face-off is on the cards at Edgbaston
England Champions vs Australia Champions Live Score, WCL 2025: Edgbaston is set to come alive as two of cricket's most iconic line-ups — England Champions and Australia Champions — lock horns in a thrilling encounter in the World Championship of Legends 2025. With the tournament celebrating the timeless talents of cricketing legends, this fixture promises not just competition, but a throwback to the golden years of international cricket. England Champions, under the leadership of 2019 World Cup-winning captain Eoin Morgan, boast an elegant and explosive batting order. The presence of former Test stalwarts Sir Alastair Cook, Ian Bell, and James Vince provides class at the top, while Morgan himself and power-hitter Phil Mustard bring the flair. All-round options like Samit Patel, Ravi Bopara, and Dimitri Mascarenhas give England depth and flexibility. In the bowling department, the towering Chris Tremlett, crafty Ryan Sidebottom, and seam expert Liam Plunkett will look to challenge the Australian lineup. On the other side, Australia Champions arrive with serious firepower. Skipper Brett Lee, still steaming in with pace and intent, leads a balanced side brimming with hitters and utility players. Top-order stars Shaun Marsh, Chris Lynn, and D'Arcy Short are capable of tearing apart any attack, while finishers like Moises Henriques, Daniel Christian, and Ben Cutting add muscle in the middle overs. Backed by an experienced bowling unit including Peter Siddle, Nathan Coulter-Nile, and Steve O'Keefe, Australia have the arsenal to match England blow for blow. This showdown isn't just about runs and wickets — it's about pride, past rivalries, and cricketing heritage. Both teams carry decades of experience and memories into this contest. Whether it's the swing of Sidebottom, the pace of Lee, or the elegance of Cook and Marsh, fans can expect a delightful mix of entertainment and sentiment. With Edgbaston's historic crowd atmosphere and the legends eager to prove their mettle once again, this England vs Australia clash is a must-watch spectacle of the World Championship of Legends.
